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Alicante in August: Weather, Average temperature and Climate

Take a look at past year’s weather for Alicante in August and see if it is worth visiting.
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August

Weather in Alicante in August 2024

Great Weather
Warm
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Sunny
August is an ideal time to visit Alicante if you're seeking a destination with brilliant weather. Anticipate average maximum temperatures of +84°F and about 22 sunny days, ensuring you'll have ample opportunities to soak up the sunshine. It's worth noting, though, that there may be some rainfall, with approximately 8 mm of precipitation over an average of 1 rainy days. So, prepare your sunglasses, a beach towel, and great walking shoes, as it's most likely going to be amazing weather. Search flights in one click on Avionero.
Good to know:
  • August is usually the hottest month of the year in Alicante;

Average weather

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+84°F
Avg. max. temperature
+61°F
Min.
+104°F
Max.
8 mm
Total precipitation
66%
Avg. humidity
2 m/s
Avg. wind
22 ☀️
Sunny Days
8 ⛅️
Cloudy
1 🌦
Rainy
Our opinion: Alicante has great weather in August.

Average temperature in Alicante in August

Here are the expected maximum, average and minimum temperatures in Alicante for August based on the historical data.
Last Year
Historical Data

Going from a maximum of +104°F during the day to a minimum of +72°F during the night, the temperature in August averages around +90°F.

The average maximum temperature goes up 6% by the end of the month, compared with the beginning of the month, from +90°F to +91°F.

Is Alicante warm or cold in August?

Alicante is typically warm in August.

Maximum temperatures go up compared to the previous month from +82°F to +84°F. The minimum temperature also goes down from +72°F to +73°F.

It’s generally warm, but pack a long-sleeve shirt for evenings.

August is the hottest month in Alicante, here is the comparison with other months:

Climate in Alicante in August

Alicante weather looks like this, on average, in August and the surrounding months.
JulyAugustSeptember
Avg. temperature
+82°F+84°F+79°F
Min. temperature
+63°F+61°F+54°F
Max. temperature
+104°F+104°F+99°F
Rainfall
3 mm8 mm33 mm
Wind
1 m/s2 m/s2 m/s
Humidity
65%66%67%
Air pressure
1014 HPa1014 HPa1015 HPa
Sunny days
252218
Cloudy days
6810
Rainy days
012
Snowy days
000

August weather is still as great as in July. It’s getting warmer as August arrives. The average maximum temperature goes up from +82°F to +84°F during the day. Prepare for more rain. Average rainfall goes from 3 mm to 8 mm. Humidity rises from 65% to 66%. Winds are stronger in comparison to July, going up from 1 m/s to 2 m/s on average. The days becoming less sunny, going from 25 sunny days in July to 22 in August.

September brings much the same weather, it remains great.

Wind

Wind speed in Alicante in August based on historical data.
Last Year
Historical Data

The average wind speed is 2 m/s getting up to 5 m/s which is a light breeze; barely moving the tree leaves.

The average wind speed in Alicante is gradually increasing during August, going from 1 m/s to 4 m/s over the course of the month.

Rain

Amount of rainfall in mm during August in Alicante based on historical data.
Last Year
Historical Data
A chance of rain on a typical day in August stands at 6%, leading to total precipitation of around 2 mm. The maximum amount of rainfall per day is around 1 mm, which is considered light rain. Alicante is amazing in August with as little as 2 rainy days on average, so plan adventures in the great outdoors.
Here’s how August is compared with other months in the amount of precipitation, total mm:
Alicante wettest month is October, where a typical day has a 10% chance of precipitation and 39 mm of rainfall per day. July, on the other hand, is the driest month with a mere 0% chance of precipitation and 3 mm of rainfall per day.

How was the weather last August in Alicante?

This is the weather in Alicante in August 2023:
1 August
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+90°F
2 August
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+92°F
3 August
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+93°F
4 August
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+92°F
5 August
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+91°F
6 August
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+91°F
7 August
☀️
+91°F
8 August
☀️
+90°F
9 August
☀️
+91°F
10 August
☀️
+91°F
11 August
☀️
+91°F
12 August
☀️
+94°F
13 August
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+104°F
14 August
☀️
+97°F
15 August
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+92°F
16 August
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+92°F
17 August
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+89°F
18 August
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+86°F
19 August
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+87°F
20 August
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+87°F
21 August
☀️
+92°F
22 August
☀️
+86°F
23 August
☀️
+88°F
24 August
☀️
+89°F
25 August
☀️
+89°F
26 August
☀️
+87°F
27 August
☀️
+87°F
28 August
☀️
+86°F
29 August
☀️
+87°F
30 August
☀️
+89°F
31 August
☀️
+92°F
In August 2023 Alicante had 31 sunny days, 0 cloudy days, and 0 rainy days. The average maximum temperature was +90°F, with an absolute maximum of +104°F and a minimum of +86°F. The average humidity was 63%, with a maximum of 89% and a minimum of 19%. The average wind speed was 2 m/s, with a maximum of 13 m/s and a minimum of 0 m/s.
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Climate Change Over the Years

This is how Alicante climate has changed over the last 43 years.

The climate in Alicante in August has not changed that much over the last 43 years.

The average temperature was the lowest in 1984 (+85°F) and the highest in 2012 (+97°F). The driest year was 1991 with only 0 mm of rainfall, and the wettest year was 2003 with 0 mm.

FAQ

Frequently asked questions about the weather in Alicante in August:

Is August a good time to visit Alicante?

Yes, August is a great time to go to Alicante, the weather couldn’t be better. Be ready to get outside, explore and enjoy. Check what other months that are a good time to visit Alicante.

Can you sunbathe in Alicante in August?

August is warm in Alicante. You may enjoy some beach or pool time in the day, but pack something a tad warmer for the evening.

Is Alicante rainy in August?

Alicante is usually dry in August. Plan your packing around outdoor activities and exploring.

Is it sunny in Alicante in August?

Yes, Alicante is sunny in August. Prepare for lots of rays. Don’t forget to pack your sunglasses and sunscreen, and maybe pick up a wide-brimmed hat when you arrive.

Other cities in Spain

Check out the weather for other cities in Spain.

Monthly weather in Alicante

Source of the data

For this page, we’ve looked at the typical weather in Alicante, based on historical hourly weather data from January 1, 1979, to December 31, 2022.

For past dates, we show actual recorded data at the location at that time. Forecasts are based on recorded weather during that day of the year, averaged over the total years for which we have records (unless stated otherwise). The daily temperature is the highest recorded temperature in the shadow during that day.